How To Fix M3681 - Overhead group & is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: M3 - Material Master

• Message number: 681

• Message text: Overhead group & is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message M3681 - Overhead group & is not defined ?

  The SAP error message M3681, which states "Overhead group & is not defined," typically occurs in the context of materials management or production planning when the system is unable to find a defined overhead group for a particular material or production order. This can happen during various processes, such as when creating a production order, running a cost estimate, or performing other related activities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The overhead group specified in the transaction is not defined in the system. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incorrect entry.
  Incorrect Master Data: The material master or the routing may reference an overhead group that does not exist.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some overhead groups may not have been transferred correctly.
  User Error: The user may have entered an incorrect overhead group code.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Overhead Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Controlling > Product Cost Controlling > Cost Object Controlling > Define Overhead Groups.
  Ensure that the overhead group in question is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Review Material Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code MM03 to display the material master data.
  Check the accounting view and ensure that the overhead group is correctly assigned.
  
  
  
  Check Routing:
  
  If applicable, check the routing for the production order to ensure that it references a valid overhead group.
  
  
  
  Correct User Input:
  
  If the overhead group was entered manually, verify that it is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for your organization regarding overhead group definitions and usage.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  MM03 (Display Material Master)
  SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object for configuration)
  CO02 (Change Production Order)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering and managing overhead groups to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the M3681 error and implement a solution to resolve it.